In this wintery look, a white reverse French tip is dragged downward to create an icicle effect. Done over a base of cat-eye grey with snowflake details, this manicure is fit for a snow queen.

For a subtler, more minimalist take on chrome, try a French manicure with a blue tip where only the nude base gets a coat of clear chrome. This rich, cobalt shade has the depth of a dark-wash denim.

Alongside baby blue eyeshadow and brown lipstick, the humble French manicure is one of the latest 90s trends to make a firm comeback. The nail look involves painting the tips of your nails in ...